Djokovic in tears after US Open first-round exit
Novak Djokovic broke down in tears during a US Open first-round defeat by Argentina’s Mariano Navone which provided further evidence age is fast catching up with the 39-year-old great. The 24-time Grand Slam champion was overcome by emotion in the deciding set of a dramatic match where he struggled physically throughout and had to vomit … The post Djokovic in tears after US Open first-round exit…
Novak Djokovic, the 39-year-old tennis great with 24 Grand Slam titles, broke down in tears after a first-round defeat at the US Open. The 7-6 (7-5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 loss to Argentina's Mariano Navone marked Djokovic's first-ever opening round exit at Flushing Meadows. Struggling with physical fatigue, Djokovic vomited into a towel bin during the grueling match.
Despite raising a smile to congratulate the 25-year-old Navone, the Serbian appeared on the verge of tears again as he returned to the locker room. This loss ends Djokovic's bid for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title, surpassing Margaret Court's mark. With world number one Jannik Sinner injured and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz recovering from a wrist injury, Djokovic's chances appear diminishing.
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